SAP Acquire to Retire (A2R) Client SME

Company: Accenture Federal Services
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000 people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! The work: The SAP Acquire to Retire Client SME serves as the primary Acquire to Retire (A2R) Subject Matter Expert for federal client S/4HANA implementations. This role is responsible for ensuring that the Asset Management and Project Systems solution align with Federal Financial Management Modernization (FMM) and Audit Readiness (FIAR) mandates. The SME leads the design for tracking, valuing, and reporting on client capital assets—ranging from ships and aircraft to shore infrastructure—ensuring full transparency from initial appropriation to final disposal. The A2R SME is responsible for guiding the design of compliant asset structures and capital project integration. Key responsibilities: Advise on client Asset Classification, ensuring the design of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) categories supports specific requirements for Real Property, General Equipment, and Internal Use Software Master Capital Project Execution, architecting the Project Systems (PS) structure to support client Construction in Progress (CIP) and Assets under Construction (AuC), ensuring costs are accurately captured and settled Govern Budgetary Integration, ensuring asset acquisitions and capital improvements correctly interface with Funds Management (FM) using the Standard Line of Accounting (SLOA) Enforce Existence and Completeness (E&C), designing processes that satisfy FIAR requirements for the physical verification of client's property and the "Book-to-Floor" audit trail Lead "Fit-to-Standard" Workshops for client Facilities/Logistics, translating specific asset business rules into standard S/4HANA processes while maintaining compliance with SFFAS (Federal Accounting Standards) Oversee Integration with client Property Systems, managing the functional design of interfaces between S/4HANA and external systems such as iNFADS (Real Property), DPAS, or legacy client ERP asset modules Guide Asset Valuation & Depreciation, configuring depreciation keys and valuation areas that align with client financial policy for both General Fund and Working Capital Fund assets Manage Asset Disposal and Transfer, designing workflows for the retirement, transfer, or donation of client property, ensuring accurate removal from the financial books and appropriate reporting to GSA where required Serve as a Trusted Advisor to Asset Managers, providing expert guidance on how S/4HANA can provide a "Single Source of Truth" for client property, reducing data reconciliation between logistics and finance Mentor Functional Consultants, providing training on client-specific asset nomenclature (e.g., Plant Account, Custodian, UIC) and the unique requirements of client System Commands Drive Audit Resolution, assisting stakeholders in identifying and remediating "Findings and Recommendations" (F&Rs) from Independent Public Accountants (IPAs) related to asset reporting Here’s what you need: 7 years of experience in SAP FI-AA and PS, with a deep understanding of S/4HANA's Universal Journal and the integration with Funds Management (FM) Subject Matter Expertise in Asset Management, including familiarity with Financial Management Policy Manual (FMPM) and Real Property/General Equipment regulations Strong understanding of FIAR (Financial Improvement and Audit Readiness) protocols as they apply to property, plant, and equipment Nice to have: Experience in Federal/DoD ERP Implementations, specifically managing the complex lifecycle of "Capitalized vs. Expensed" assets Familiarity with federal-specific asset systems (e.g., iNFADS, DPAS, STARS) and their integration points with S/4HANA Bachelor's degree in a related field Eligibility requirements: US Citizen (no dual citizenship) Must be eligible to obtain a government Secret Clearance Willingness to travel up to 25% As required by local law, Accenture Federal Services provides reasonable ranges of compensation for hired roles based on labor costs in the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland . The base pay range for this position in these locations is shown below. Compensation for roles at Accenture Federal Services varies depending on a wide array of factors, including but not limited to office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Accenture Federal Services offers a wide variety of benefits. You can find more information on benefits here. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply. The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is: $160,700 - $306,500 USD What We Believe As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the country count on. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Federal Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement. Accenture Federal Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Additionally, as an Affirmative Action Employer for Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. Requesting An Accommodation Accenture Federal Services is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture Federal Services and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired. If you are being considered for employment opportunities with Accenture Federal Services and need an accommodation for a disability or religious observance during the interview process or for the job you are interviewing for, please speak with your recruiter. Other Employment Statements Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture Federal Services or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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